Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Merced to Olympia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 758, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5727 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 507
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Merced to Olympia by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Merced to Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from Merced to Olympia start from R 2 716. The average price for this train route is around R 4 159. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Merced to Olympia?
The average train journey time from Merced to Olympia is 1d , covering a distance of 1094 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Merced to Olympia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Merced to Olympia?
The earliest train from Merced to Olympia departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 17:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Merced to Olympia was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 218To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Merced to Olympia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 218 to R 10 818 for a train ticket from Merced to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 218, which is on 2026-01-13.
